When Knight Sir Louis’s sword, called Dave, is damaged in an epic battle with mischievous diamonds, it’s obvious things are a little off in Squirrel Helm. With jewels from the town going missing, ruthlessly gobbled up by the sneaky Cauldron of Chaos, Knight Sir Louis is running out of time to save the day!…
‘…the dolls’ glass eyes stared into space until Delores whispered, “You don’t fool me”. They blinked back in unison…’ Delores and Prudence arrive back to The Tollbooth Bookstore with one eye on the shadows and the other on the deserted shop floor. An unseen change in the atmosphere confirms their suspicions that all is…
Nothing good ever comes from a visit to Nimble Lane. The entrance appears out the corner of Ista Flit’s eye when she’s least expecting it and only when the tide is right. Ista finds herself in the narrow, shadow-filled street, the smell of the sea and the closeness of the mist bearing down as she…
When 12 year-old Alexander is sent to work at the court of Mary Queen of Scots, he soon finds himself lured into a world of intrigue, terror and treachery. Having no option but to obey or heed the wrath from a cloak-wearing menace that follows his every move, he is tasked with learning the secret…
There’s a magical bond between a person and their dragon and Serina can’t wait for Hatching Day to see if she’s chosen by one of the scaly creatures on her home, the island of Arcosi. When her world is turned upside down, she finds herself fleeing to the last place she’d ever consider landing…
When the music stops, deadly creatures begin to stir. Change is coming and The Elemental Spirits are unsettled. Dragons, Fumis, Chads and Magogs scurry and fret within their realms amid the signs of a new enemy. London grows still as orchestras explode, whistlers are silenced and the streets of London become eerily quiet.…
Emba Oak and her faithful wasp snake, Whip, are now on their third action-packed adventure. But, this time, they are headed to the sea. The Screaming Sea. So don’t go thinking ice-creams and donkey rides because it’s a bit more ghost armies, bounty hunters, evil Grand Thief Masters, pirate ships, and deadly eight-legged sea…
Shadowhall Academy: The Whispering Walls has all the spine-tingling hallmarks I’ve come to expect from a Phil Hickes novel. It’s packed with fantastic friendships, moments of ringing tension, jump scares, and prose that’s so buttery smooth the pages practically turn themselves. But don’t stray too far from the big light switch as you follow…
Inspired by Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, Pádraig Kenny’s new children’s novel Stitch is an achingly tender exploration of what it means to be alive, and what it means to be monster. Is it how you look, or is it how you behave? The themes of the novel are big…HUGE…but the story is simply and succinctly told…
There’s nothing quite like a cosy, comforting book when the winter nights draw in and these fantastic children’s authors have the perfect stories to curl up with! Wolf and Bear written and illustrated by Kate Rolfe Stunningly illustrated and gorgeous to read aloud, author-illustrator Kate Rolfe has brought us a touching, gentle…
Yaba Badoe’s middle grade debut is a captivating tale that stretches from the UK to Africa and the Caribbean, dancing a winding trail to the roots and heritage of main character Man-man and his sister Pan. The story opens in present day London where Man-man is practicing his best dance moves for the Notting…
I’m delighted to have the wonderful Claire Fayer’s on the blog today sharing a piece about how she came up with the idea for Tapper Watson – and it is a fascinating process, with brilliant advice for anyone struggling to come up with their own writing ideas. Read on to be inspired! Why Tapper Watson?…
I know what it’s like to read a book on horseback – at least, that’s what reading Lauren St John’s latest middle grade novel feels like! Finding Wonder is a thrilling adventure about daring horse thefts and opening up to life after tragedy strikes – something child protagonist Roo Thorn knows only too well.…
Thrilled to be revealing the delightfully eerie cover of Emma Read’s newest adventure – The Housetrap! Illustrated by the fabulous Coralie Muce, the Escher-esque art is sure to attract spooky book fans ! An edge-of-your-seat adventure packed full of puzzles, spooks and mystery! When Claude’s little sister, Amity, runs off in forbidden Badwell…
Ginika is furious. Her parents have sent her to live with her grandparents in their boarding house by the sea and she doesn’t want to go. Summer holidays are meant to be for having fun! A visit to the beach changes her life forever when she comes face to face with Peri, a boy who…
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Ooh, this sounds fantastic!
Great review, thanks for posting the pictures. Really makes a difference with picture book reviews. Will order for the store…
I often hope to find interviews with Margaret Wild who fascinates me and whose work I adore. Thoroughly enjoyed this…